About Us
ISMG is a global intelligence and media powerhouse, leading the way in cybersecurity, enterprise IT, and digital transformation. With 10+ brands, 38 digital media properties, and more than 400 premier events annually, we connect a network of over 2 million executives, decision-makers, and innovators with the insights and opportunities they need to stay ahead.

The OpportunityThe Opportunity
ISMG is seeking a Speaker Engagement Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping the success of our global cybersecurity and technology summits. This is an exciting opportunity to directly impact our audiences by curating powerful agendas and recruiting world-class speakers who are industry leaders and thought provokers.  

As the face of ISMG to top CISOs, CIOs, and senior technology executives, you will be responsible for securing high-caliber speakers, cultivating lasting relationships, and ensuring every speaker has a seamless, positive, and professional experience. This role is ideal for someone with strong organizational skills, a confident executive presence, and a passion for the cybersecurity and technology industries. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and excel at building value-driven relationships, this role will give you the platform to make a significant impact in the B2B events space.

What You'll Do
Speaker Recruitment & Relationship Management:

Identify and recruit top-tier speakers, with a focus on CISOs, CIOs, and other senior-level technology leaders.Conduct outreach (via calls, email, and LinkedIn) to and build strategic, long-term relationships.Engage with high-profile executives confidently and credibly, representing ISMG as a trusted industry partner.Agenda Development & Content Collaboration:Partner with the Content team to design event agendas that align with ISMG’s mission and audience interests.Ensure all speakers, topics, and abstracts are confirmed at least 90 days prior to each summit.Monitor industry trends and competitor programming to ensure ISMG content remains timely and innovative.Speaker Experience & Event Support:Guide speakers through onboarding and preparation, providing high-touch support from initial outreach to presentation coaching and post-event follow-up.Send timely communications, reminders, and prep materials to ensure speakers are well-prepared.Support logistics coordination, including travel and scheduling, to deliver a seamless experience.What You BringBachelor’s degree required; advanced degree a plus.3–5 years of experience in B2B events, with at least 1–2 years focused on speaker management and recruitment.Prior experience in the cybersecurity or technology events sector strongly preferred.Strong executive presence with the ability to confidently engage senior technology and cybersecurity leaders.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to build credibility quickly.Experience collaborating with marketing teams on event promotion and speaker content.Exceptional organizational and project management skills.Resilient, adaptable, and solution-oriented with a proactive, detail-driven mindset.

Why Join ISMG?
At ISMG, we bring together the world’s foremost cybersecurity and technology leaders through our premier summits and digital programming. As a Speaker Engagement Manager, you’ll be at the heart of this mission, ensuring our events continue to set the standard for excellence and impact. You’ll join a collaborative, high-performing team where your work directly contributes to building industry thought leadership and advancing global conversations in security and technology.

Apply now! Visit ISMG.io/Events to learn more.
📍Location: Manhattan, NYC or Princeton, NJ (on-site, Monday–Friday)
💰Salary Range: $75,000 to $85,000 (exact compensation based on experience level)